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Uppark, a National Trust Property, and Boyhood Home of H. G. Wells

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Regina Jeffers

Uppark is a 17th-century house in South Harting, Petersfield, West Sussex, England and a National Trust property. The house, set high on the South Downs, was built for Ford Grey (1655—1701), the first Earl of Tankerville, c. 1690 and was … Continue reading →

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Charlecote Park, a National Trust Showplace

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Regina Jeffers

Charlecote Park is a grand 16th century country house, surrounded by its own deer park, on the banks of the River Avon near Wellesbourne, about 4 miles (6 km) east of Stratford-upon-Avon and 5.5 miles (9 km) south of Warwick, … Continue reading →

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